UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
The UNDP country office in South Africa supports the government of South Africa in achieving its development goals outlined in the National Development Plan 2030 as well as the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The UNDP country office’s activities are guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (2020 -2025), the UNDP Strategic Plan (2022-2025), and the UNDP South Africa Country Programme Document (2020-2025). UNDP’s country programmes seek to contribute to South Africa’s social and economic transformational aspirations from policy support to implementation. UNDP brings knowledge of global best practices to South Africa through flagship knowledge reports including the Human Development Reports.
Under the guidance of the Resident Representative and the direct supervision of the Programme Manager: Inclusive Growth, the Intern will support the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of UNDP’s Inclusive Growth programme and projects. The Intern will collect and analyze relevant socio-economic data for the Inclusive Growth Unit’s policy support and programme development as well as briefings to management on socio-economic policies and trends and their relevant linkages to topical emerging issues in South Africa. The Intern will advocate for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and support strategies and monitoring toward the achievement. The Intern will also lend assistance in strengthening stakeholder relations and enhancing UNDP South Africa’s visibility.
We are looking for full-time, office-based interns who can contribute to the work of the Inclusive Growth Unit. As the Inclusive Growth portfolio is diverse, the Intern must be comfortable taking on a variety of assignments and new challenges. Under the direct supervision of Programme Manager: Inclusive Growth, the Intern will undertake the following tasks:
The key results of the post are to expose and strengthen the intern’s awareness and capacity in the following:
Corporate Competencies:
Functional Competencies:
Above average understanding and knowledge of development issues in South AfricaAn excellent skill set in critical thinking and analytical capacityExcellent research skillsGood organizational and interpersonal skillsExcellent written and spoken English skills
Education:
At least a first degree in economics, development studies, social sciences, or other relevant areas. An advanced degree is preferred
Experience:
No work experience necessary but must be eager and proactiveExperience in the usage of computers and office software packagesUnderstanding and familiarity with issues related to inclusive growth and the SDGs would be advantageousExposure to international development in inclusive growth and South Africa’s development would be a significant bonusComputer Skills : Excelent
Langauage requirements: Proficiency in English and working knowledge of one of the local languages
This vacancy is archived.